Best 7 Spicy Baked Peppers With Quinoa And Corn Recipes

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Tantalize your taste buds with a culinary journey to the vibrant world of flavors with our Spicy Baked Peppers with Quinoa and Corn. This delectable dish, boasting a symphony of colors and textures, is a harmonious blend of roasted peppers, fluffy quinoa, sweet corn, and a zesty tomato sauce. Embark on a flavor-packed adventure as we guide you through each step of this tantalizing recipe, ensuring a delightful and satisfying meal that will leave your palate craving more.

But that's not all! This culinary exploration doesn't stop at one recipe. We'll also introduce you to a delightful array of variations, each offering a unique twist on this classic dish. From a vegan sensation to a cheesy delight, and even a tangy twist with feta cheese, we've got something for every palate and preference. So, get ready to embark on a culinary adventure that will ignite your senses and leave you craving more.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

BLACK BEAN & CORN QUINOA



Black Bean & Corn Quinoa image

Some vegan quinoa recipes are boring, but this one definitely isn't. My daughter's college asked parents for the best quinoa recipes to use in the dining halls. This healthy quinoa recipe fits the bill. -Lindsay McSweeney, Winchester, Massachusetts

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tablespoons canola oil
1 medium onion, finely chopped
1 medium sweet red pepper, finely chopped
1 celery rib, finely chopped
2 teaspoons chili powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 cups vegetable stock
1 cup frozen corn
1 cup quinoa, rinsed
1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
1/3 cup plus 2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro, divided

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add onion, red pepper, celery and seasonings; cook and stir 5-7 minutes or until vegetables are tender., Stir in stock and corn; bring to a boil. Stir in quinoa. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, 12-15 minutes or until liquid is absorbed., Add beans and 1/3 cup cilantro; heat through, stirring occasionally. Sprinkle with remaining cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 375 calories, Fat 10g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 668mg sodium, Carbohydrate 60g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 10g fiber), Protein 13g protein.

QUINOA AND PEPPER PILAF



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Protein-packed quinoa is toasted, then cooked until tender with sweet peppers and garlic for a hearty side dish. You can serve this wholesome grain dish hot, at room temperature or even chilled--perfect for any season!

Provided by Swanson®

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Swanson®

Time 50m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 shallot, minced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 medium red bell pepper, diced
1 medium yellow bell pepper, diced
1 cup uncooked quinoa, rinsed
2 cups Swanson® Certified Organic Vegetable Broth or Swanson® Vegetable Broth
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a 2-quart saucepan over medium-high heat. Add the shallot and garlic and cook for 2 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add the peppers and quinoa and cook for 2 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Stir in the broth and heat to a boil. Reduce the heat to low. Cover and cook for 20 minutes or until the quinoa is tender and the liquid is absorbed. Stir in the parsley. Season, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 222.9 calories, Carbohydrate 35.2 g, Fat 6.1 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 7.1 g, SaturatedFat 0.8 g, Sodium 271.8 mg, Sugar 2.4 g

CREAMY JALAPENO CORN



Creamy Jalapeno Corn image

This comforting and creamy corn side dish is appealing to almost everyone. It gets its spicy kick from jalapeno peppers.-Judy Carty, Wichita, Kansas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 4h15m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 packages (16 ounces each) frozen corn
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened and cubed
4 jalapeno peppers, seeded and finely chopped
1/4 cup butter, cubed
2 tablespoons water
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a 3-qt. slow cooker, combine all ingredients. Cover and cook on low until corn is tender, stirring occasionally, 4-5 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 251 calories, Fat 16g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 46mg cholesterol, Sodium 275mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

SPICE-RUBBED PORK WITH QUINOA



Spice-Rubbed Pork With Quinoa image

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 teaspoons smoked paprika
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
2 teaspoons ground cumin
Kosher salt
2 pork tenderloins (1 3/4 pounds total), halved crosswise
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling
1 cup quinoa, rinsed
1 1/2 cups frozen corn, thawed
2 scallions, thinly sliced
Freshly ground pepper
Jarred salsa verde, for serving (optional)

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F. Combine the paprika, red pepper flakes, cumin and 2 teaspoons salt in a shallow dish. Rub the pork all over with the olive oil, then roll in the spice mixture to coat. Transfer to a roasting pan and roast until a thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the meat registers 145 degrees F, 15 to 20 minutes. Transfer to a cutting board and let rest, 5 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the quinoa and cook until tender, about 10 minutes. Drain and fluff with a fork. Toss with the corn, scallions, and salt and pepper to taste.
  • Slice the pork and drizzle with olive oil. Serve with the quinoa and salsa verde, if desired.

QUINOA-STUFFED PEPPERS



Quinoa-Stuffed Peppers image

"These peppers stuffed with quinoa taste yummy," Anna Engle proclaims from Streetsboro, Ohio. "My family and I enjoy them regularly, and I always look forward to leftovers."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 55m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 can (14-1/2 ounces) vegetable broth
1/4 cup water
1 bay leaf
1 cup quinoa, rinsed
2 each medium sweet red, yellow and orange peppers
4 medium carrots, finely chopped
2 medium onions, finely chopped
1 tablespoon canola oil
2 tablespoons sunflower kernels
2 teaspoons dried parsley flakes
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/8 teaspoon dried marjoram
1/8 teaspoon dried thyme
Dash cayenne pepper

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, bring the broth, water and bay leaf to a boil. Add quinoa. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 12-15 minutes or until liquid is absorbed. Discard bay leaf. , Cut peppers in half lengthwise and discard seeds. In a large kettle, cook peppers in boiling water for 3-5 minutes or until crisp-tender. Drain and rinse in cold water; invert onto paper towels., In a large nonstick skillet, saute the carrots and onions in oil until tender. Add the quinoa, sunflower kernels and seasonings; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until heated through. Spoon into pepper halves. Place in a 15x10x1-in. baking pan coated with cooking spray. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 20-25 minutes or until peppers are tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 221 calories, Fat 6g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 520mg sodium, Carbohydrate 38g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 7g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SPICY QUINOA, BEAN, AND PEPPER SALAD



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Incredibly tasty dish that even non-quinoa lovers will love! Add other veggies and peppers to taste. This can be served either hot or cold.

Provided by J&J

Categories     Salad     Grains     Quinoa Salad Recipes

Time 55m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 teaspoon chile oil
1 onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, chopped
1 large red bell pepper, chopped
¾ cup red quinoa
1 ½ cups vegetable broth
½ teaspoon chipotle pepper powder, or more to taste
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
1 cup frozen corn kernels

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Cook and stir onion and garlic in hot oil until lightly browned, 5 to 7 minutes; add chopped red pepper and continue to cook and stir until slightly tender, 1 to 2 minutes.
  • Stir quinoa with the onion mixture. Pour vegetable broth into the saucepan; season with chipotle pepper powder and cayenne pepper. Bring the broth to a boil. Cover the saucepan, reduce heat to low, and simmer until the quinoa is tender, about 20 minutes.
  • Stir black beans and corn into the quinoa mixture; simmer until the beans and corn are heated through, about 5 minutes more.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 308.5 calories, Carbohydrate 57 g, Fat 3.9 g, Fiber 12.8 g, Protein 13.7 g, SaturatedFat 0.5 g, Sodium 587.7 mg, Sugar 6.6 g

ONE-POT QUINOA WITH SPICY SAUSAGE



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Try this protein-packed dinner made in one pot, with quinoa and all your favorite Mexican flavors.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 1h

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 lb lean spicy Italian turkey sausage, casings removed
2 teaspoons olive oil
1 small onion, coarsely chopped (about 1/2 cup)
1 medium red bell pepper, coarsely chopped (1 cup)
1 medium green bell pepper, coarsely chopped (1 cup)
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 package (12 oz) uncooked quinoa, rinsed, drained (2 cups)
1 carton (32 oz) Progresso™ reduced sodium chicken broth
1 1/2 cups frozen whole kernel corn
2 teaspoons ground cumin
2 teaspoons chili powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon ground red pepper (cayenne)
1 cup shredded reduced-fat Mexican cheese blend (4 oz)
1 large tomato, seeded, chopped (1 cup)
1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • In 5-quart nonstick Dutch oven, cook and coarsely crumble sausage over medium heat until no longer pink. Drain; transfer to large bowl. Cover with foil; set aside.
  • Wipe out Dutch oven with paper towel. Add oil; heat over medium heat until shimmering. Add onion; cook about 3 minutes, stirring frequently, until softened. Add bell peppers and garlic; cook 3 to 4 minutes longer, stirring occasionally, until softened. Using slotted spoon, transfer vegetables to bowl with sausage; replace foil, and set aside.
  • Wipe out Dutch oven. Add quinoa; cook over medium heat 1 to 2 minutes, stirring occasionally, until fragrant. Slowly stir in broth, corn, cumin, chili powder, salt and ground red pepper. Heat to simmering over high heat, stirring occasionally. Cover; reduce heat. Simmer 20 to 25 minutes or until liquid is absorbed and quinoa is thoroughly cooked. Stir in sausage and vegetable mixture; heat until hot.
  • Remove from heat; stir in cheese. Top with tomato and cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 350, Carbohydrate 39 g, Cholesterol 40 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 5 g, Protein 21 g, SaturatedFat 3 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 890 mg, Sugar 6 g, TransFat 0 g

Tips:

  • Choosing the Right Peppers: For this recipe, bell peppers of different colors (red, yellow, and orange) are used for their vibrant look and slightly different flavors. You can use any combination of colors you like, or stick to one color for a more uniform look.
  • Preparing the Peppers: Make sure to cut the tops off the peppers evenly so that they stand upright when placed in the baking dish. This will help them cook more evenly and prevent them from toppling over.
  • Cooking the Quinoa: For the quinoa, use a 1:2 ratio of quinoa to water. This will give you perfectly cooked quinoa that is fluffy and not mushy. You can cook the quinoa on the stovetop or in a rice cooker, whichever is more convenient for you.
  • Seasoning the Quinoa: Be generous with the seasonings for the quinoa. The cumin, chili powder, and paprika add a lot of flavor and depth, so don't be afraid to use a good amount of each. You can also add other spices that you like, such as garlic powder, onion powder, or cayenne pepper.
  • Stuffing the Peppers: When stuffing the peppers, don't pack the quinoa mixture in too tightly. You want it to be firmly packed, but not so tight that the peppers burst open during baking.
  • Baking the Peppers: Bake the peppers at a high temperature (400°F) for 20-25 minutes, or until the peppers are tender and slightly charred. This will give them a nice roasted flavor and slightly crispy texture.

Conclusion:

This recipe for Spicy Baked Peppers with Quinoa and Corn is a delicious and healthy meal that is perfect for a weeknight dinner. The peppers are roasted until tender and slightly charred, and the quinoa stuffing is flavorful and satisfying. The combination of spices, peppers, and corn creates a dish that is both flavorful and visually appealing. This recipe is also very versatile; you can use different types of peppers, quinoa, or corn, and you can adjust the seasonings to your liking. So get creative and enjoy this delicious and healthy meal!

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